Milwaukee Succeeds

Milwaukee Succeeds Milwaukee Succeeds brings together community partners to create lasting change to education. VISION
Success for every child, in every school, cradle to career.

ORIGINS
Milwaukee Succeeds is a collaborative effort launched in summer 2011 by the Greater Milwaukee Foundation, Greater Milwaukee Committee, Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce, Milwaukee Urban League, United Way of Greater Milwaukee and the Helen Bader Foundation as a way to unite the community around a common goal: bringing about lasting change to the way education works for childre

n in Milwaukee. Many other organizations have joined the collaboration; and the Northwestern Mutual Foundation, Greater Milwaukee Foundation, the United Way and the Helen Bader Foundation have provided early financial support for Milwaukee Succeeds. MISSION
Milwaukee Succeeds unites our community around a commitment to support strategies that will achieve our shared vision of success for every child, in every school, cradle to career.

In Milwaukee, child care is in constant motion – and that movement affects everyone. When more than one-third of program...
06/02/2026

In Milwaukee, child care is in constant motion – and that movement affects everyone. When more than one-third of programs are opening or closing each year, it means uncertainty for parents, disruption for children and strain on providers. Check out the full picture in our churn metric report: https://www.milwaukeesucceeds.org/our-research -childhood-education

05/30/2026

Dual enrollment has the power to open doors to college and careers – but only if students can access it. Through research and conversations with young people, Dr. Gabriel Velez and Marquette University’s BLEST Hub are helping shine a light on where opportunities exist and how more young people can benefit. pursue this meaningful path. www.milwaukeesucceeds.org/blog/strengthening-pathways-for-our-young-people

The Autonomous Youth Council Lad Lake placement created real momentum on both sides. 🤝 Lad Lake staff saw students stepp...
05/29/2026

The Autonomous Youth Council Lad Lake placement created real momentum on both sides. 🤝 Lad Lake staff saw students stepping into conversations with new ideas, while Autonomous Youth Council members built confidence and leadership along the way. https://www.milwaukeesucceeds.org/success-stories

Young people know what their communities need – and these projects prove it. 💡We’re proud to celebrate the winners of ou...
05/27/2026

Young people know what their communities need – and these projects prove it. 💡

We’re proud to celebrate the winners of our Youth-led Grantmaking Project, where youth teams developed bold ideas focused on supporting, uplifting and empowering their peers.

Each winning team will receive $4,000 to bring their project to life. From storytelling and wellness to community care and creative expression, their ideas showcase the incredible passion, leadership and vision young people bring to our city! Check out the winning projects. https://www.milwaukeesucceeds.org/blog/five-youth-led-projects-selected-to-receive-grant-funding

When child care systems are under strain, the effects show up everywhere – in workplaces, in local economies and in the ...
05/26/2026

When child care systems are under strain, the effects show up everywhere – in workplaces, in local economies and in the long-term health of our communities. This is a challenge Wisconsin is carrying every day. Learn more in our new churn metric report: https://www.milwaukeesucceeds.org/our-research -childhood-education

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